El Castillo

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Photo by Zach Cain
Photo by Zach Cain
Photo by Zach Cain

Where to stay in El Castillo

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El Millon

While El Millon isn't home to many top sights, Costa Rica Sky Adventures and Arenal Volcano National Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

El Millon
Chateau Arenal

Chateau Arenal

3 out of 5
El Castillo, Peñas Blancas, Alajuela
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (72 reviews)
"PROS : good for the value, clean, VERY friendly, pleasant, a gorgeous restaurant terrace with a superb view. CONS : Rooms & bathroom are outdated, they need a lot of love. OVERALLL : Think more of a cabin lodge than a 'Chateau'. Cheapest in the area, so it is good for the value."

Reviewed on 16 July 2025

Chateau Arenal
The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal

The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal

5 out of 5
9 Km West and 3.5 km North of La Fortuna, Centre, Arenal Volcano area, Monterrey, Alajuela
The price is SAR 2,110 per night from Aug 18 to Aug 19
SAR 2,110
SAR 2,384 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Monterrey. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 15 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
"This hotel is a one of a kind. It is absolutely a marvel how such a hotel exists in the middle of the jungle/rainforest. It is simply gorgeous, and the staff is top notch! The property is amazing with hot springs everywhere - which are stunning and well maintained. The views of the volcano are stunning. ..."

Reviewed on 18 July 2025

The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal
Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

3.5 out of 5
6 km oeste del Parque Central, Área del Volcán Arenal, La Fortuna
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in La Fortuna. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,174 reviews)
"Property grounds were clean and beautiful. Staff members were helpful and friendly. Dining options were available on site. Shuttles were available for various excursions in the area. Property felt safe and secure for female guests."

Reviewed on 20 July 2025

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Gorgeous Luxury home with Pool & Jacuzzi access. Awesome Lake & Volcano views.

Gorgeous Luxury home with Pool & Jacuzzi access. Awesome Lake & Volcano views.

El Castillo
Stay at this vacation home in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy private pools, a water park, and a garden. Popular attractions Arenal Volcano National Park and Arenal Volcano ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (55 reviews)
Beautiful views
"Views are amazing, but too far away from activities, stores, etc."

Reviewed on 17 June 2025

Gorgeous Luxury home with Pool & Jacuzzi access. Awesome Lake & Volcano views.
Firefly Retreat. A Hilltop Retreat with Swimming Pool & Great Rainforest Views!!

Firefly Retreat. A Hilltop Retreat with Swimming Pool & Great Rainforest Views!!

El Castillo
Stay at this vacation home in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy private pools, a garden, and concierge services. Popular attractions Arenal Volcano National Park and Arenal ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews)
Wonderful Stay in El Castillo
"What a cool little town El Castillo is! Highly recommend staying at Firefly. You can walk to restaurants, there is a really nice pool on-property and you can walk up the road to Lilander's for an amazing horseback riding tour. Agustin is incredibly nice and helpful with everything related to the ..."

Reviewed on 19 June 2025

Firefly Retreat. A Hilltop Retreat with Swimming Pool & Great Rainforest Views!!
Cabañas Rio Escondido

Cabañas Rio Escondido

3 out of 5
El Jauuri, 702, Peñas Blancas, Alajuela
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Arenal Volcano National Park and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (40 reviews)
"Loved the babbling brooke outside of the room. Couldn't beat the price. Enjoyed the stay so much I ended up adding an extra night."

Reviewed on 11 July 2025

Cabañas Rio Escondido
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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